One of My Favorite Early Childhood Books - The Kissing Hand!

When I was a Pre-K teacher, every year, I'd host a new parent meeting the day before the first day of school. The children were invited as well. Once the meeting was over, I'd invite them all to join me on the rug for a story. I'd read them, The Kissing Hand, and then I'd have the children each choose a colorful, laminated pre-cut hand print. I'd write their name on the center of the palm and tell the mommies or daddies to let their child bring the hand print to school the next day so that they could kiss it and their child could have that constant reminder to stick in their pocket (or hold onto) all day until they returned in the afternoon to pick them up. 

It was ALWAYS a hit! ♥

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Summer Reads List!

Wow! I took a long hiatus but I'm baaaack! 

Here's some books to add to your summer reading list:

Best 2015 Summer Books

Putting The "Om" in Classroom...

Proof positive that meditation in the classroom works! That's why I published my guided meditation based on 

what I used with my Pre-K students...

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Putting the "Om" in Classroom

 I am Special -- The Power is in ME!

Calling all Parents, Teachers & Anti-Bullying Groups!

Getting ready to run another Kindle Countdown Deal on my children's book, I Am Special -- The Power is in ME! from Saturday, November 1st - November 8th. Sale price will be 99¢ and it can be downloaded to your Kindle or computer. 

 Kids in the Flow

Please share this with friends and family! Thanks so much! 

Here's a description:

"Miss Jodi" Sykes was a former Early Childhood Educator who realized the importance of using guided meditation in her classroom - from a five minute filler to a way for the children to transition into a peaceful naptime, it was a valuable way for children learn how to connect to their inner selves and focus on relaxation. Jodi knows the importance of teaching these skills to children at a young age and she hopes that you will, too.

This book was one of her original meditations and there will be more to follow in the Empowering Children series.

My Wish for a New Cultural Norm.... ☺

Long Time, No See!

     I've been busy researching, investigating and making connections for my new book! 
     When I started this project back in July, it's as if everything has fallen into place. That's how I know when a story needs to be told. I'm a BIG believer in the Law of Attraction and know first-hand that our "thoughts become things." So thankful for this knowing, and for the desire to get this book done by January 1st. Just finished writing Chapter 13 -- wish me luck as I continue with seeing this project to completion!